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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary
Driven, hardworking and veteran NICU Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 8 plus-year record of success in nursing and desiring Clinical Nurse manager position with The Hospitals of Providence East Campus facility.
Skills
Current Texas licensure with State Board of Nurse Examiners
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Work History
Registered Nurse , 01/2012 to Current
Carpenter Health Network – Metairie , LA
Carpenter Health Network – Metairie , LA
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns
- Constantly demonstrated strong ability to manage competing priorities with ease to produce quality patient outcomes in a busy high stress environment.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
- Proficiently cared for neonatal patients within the NICU, demonstrating competency with professional care of the extreme low birth weight infant <500grams to="" post="" term="">
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
- Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Perfor Charge Nurse duties
- Accompanied and assisted as needed in surgery and x-ray procedures
- Care for infants on multiple ventilators including; A/C vents, high frequency oscillators, Inhaled Nitric Oxide, monitoring of ABGs/ CBGs and other modes of respiratory assistance
- Maintenance of patient parenteral and enteral total fluid intake, central and peripheral lines, respiratory care, NG/OG feeding, and development care
- Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including central line placement and Lumbar puncture procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs as well as monitoring and maintaining sterilization and patency of Central lines such as UVC, UAC, PICC, and Broviac
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Cared for patients in 20-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Rehab Registered Nurse, 10/2011 to 01/2012
Hca – Mansfield , TX
Hca – Mansfield , TX
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Receptionist/Physical Therapy Technician, 03/2006 to 07/2009
El Paso Physical Therapy Services – City , STATE
El Paso Physical Therapy Services – City , STATE
- Inventoried supplies and ordered more for office and patient rooms.
- Assisted with reception duties like scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
- Cleaned and maintained office equipment.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Assisted 6 Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Assisted in administrative duties for office team, including making phone calls, copies and schedules.
- Answered incoming calls on high-volume, multi-line phone switchboard and pleasantly transferred callers to appropriate personnel.
- Collected, sorted, distributed and sent mail and packages.
- Completed and filed financial documentation for accounting purposes.
- Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
- Completed skilled administrative work to support all office staff and operational requirements.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 01/2021
Grand Canyon University - City, State
Grand Canyon University - City, State
Associate of Science: Nursing, 05/2011
El Paso Community College - City, State
El Paso Community College - City, State
Certification: Medical Office Specialist, 03/2006
Career Centers of Texas - City
Career Centers of Texas - City
High School Diploma: 06/2000
Socorro High School - City, State
Socorro High School - City, State
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School Attended
- Grand Canyon University
- El Paso Community College
- Career Centers of Texas
- Socorro High School
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Nurse
- Rehab Registered Nurse
- Receptionist/Physical Therapy Technician
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Nursing , Expected in 01/2021
Associate of Science : Nursing , 05/2011
Certification : Medical Office Specialist , 03/2006
High School Diploma : 06/2000
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